British Comedy Guide
British Comedy Guide

Television

TV schedule Wednesday 26th October 2022

CBeebies logo. Credit: BBC 4:40pm
5 min
Supertato

Supertato

Series 1, Episode 8 - Turnip Of Terror

Supertato and the Veggies are shocked when they meet a turnip in the deli counter.

U&Dave channel logo 6pm (repeat)
Big Zuu's Big Eats. Image shows from L to R: Jacob Anderson, Big Zuu

Big Zuu's Big Eats

Series 2, Episode 5 - Jacob Anderson

Game Of Thrones actor and musician Jacob Anderson (aka Raleigh Ritchie aka Grey Worm) has asked Zuu to cook
him a special meal while he performs at London's Indigo at the O2 venue.

U&Dave channel logo 6:30pm (repeat)
Big Zuu's Big Eats. Image shows from L to R: Rose Matafeo, Big Zuu

Big Zuu's Big Eats

Series 2, Episode 6 - Rose Matafeo

Zuu, Tubsey and Hyder cook for their first New Zealander - comic, actor and writer Rose Matafeo. It's a chance to delve into some iconic kiwi dishes - including a special dessert known as a lamington cake.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 6:35pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 3, Episode 14 - Sons Of The Sea

Mainwaring gets his hand on a boat and plans to set up river patrols. A practice run ends disastrously when the platoon get lost in fog and end up at sea. They can't really have drifted all of the way to Nazi-occupied France, can they?

BBC Four 7pm (repeat)
The Two Ronnies Sketchbook. Image shows from L to R: Ronnie Barker, Ronnie Corbett. Copyright: BBC

The Two Ronnies Sketchbook

Episode 6

The Two Ronnies are back again with another helping of their greatest work.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:15pm (repeat)
Dad's Army. Image shows from L to R: Private Godfrey (Arnold Ridley), Lance Corporal Jones (Clive Dunn), Private Walker (James Beck), Captain Mainwaring (Arthur Lowe), Private Frazer (John Laurie), Sergeant Wilson (John Le Mesurier), Private Pike (Ian Lavender)

Dad's Army

Series 4, Episode 1 - The Big Parade

Influenced by a trip to the cinema, Mainwaring decides that the platoon should adopt a mascot for an upcoming parade. They set about capturing a ram, but the task is easier said than done when Pike gets trapped in a bog.

BBC Four 7:30pm (repeat)
As Time Goes By. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Judi Dench), Lionel (Geoffrey Palmer). Copyright: DLT Entertainment Ltd.

As Time Goes By

Series 6, Episode 7 - A Surprise For Jean

As Jean longs for a few surprises from Lionel, Alistair comes up with a plan to give her the surprise treat of a lifetime.

U&Dave channel logo 7:40pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Romesh Ranganathan, Sandi Toksvig, Cariad Lloyd, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series N, Episode 1 - Naming Names

With Phill Jupitus, Romesh Ranganathan and Cariad Lloyd.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 7:55pm (repeat)
Only Fools And Horses. Image shows from L to R: Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), Del (David Jason). Copyright: BBC

Only Fools And Horses

Series 7, Episode 4 - The Class Of 62

A school reunion has unexpected repercussions for the Trotter family, as events threaten to disrupt Del's glorious path to fatherhood.

BBC Four 8pm (repeat)
Last Of The Summer Wine. Image shows from L to R: Walter C. 'Foggy' Dewhurst (Brian Wilde), William 'Compo' Simmonite (Bill Owen), Norman Clegg (Peter Sallis). Copyright: BBC

Last Of The Summer Wine

Series 3, Episode 7 - Isometrics And After

Compo and Clegg are not as fit as they used to be according to Foggy, who recommends some exercise. But Clegg has a nagging suspicion that some of the world's nicest people are among those with tired, flagging limbs.

U&Dave channel logo 8:20pm (repeat)
Would I Lie To You?. Image shows from L to R: Xand van Tulleken, Roisin Conaty, David Mitchell, Rob Brydon, Lee Mack, Maya Jama, Roman Kemp. Copyright: Zeppotron

Would I Lie To You?

Series 14, Episode 8

Host Rob Brydon and captains David Mitchell and Lee Mack welcome Maya Jama, Roisin Conaty, Roman Kemp and Xand van Tulleken to the comedy panel show on which the teams reveal extraordinary stories about themselves.

BBC Four 8:30pm (repeat)
Are You Being Served?. Image shows from L to R: Mrs. Betty Slocombe (Mollie Sugden), Miss Shirley Brahms (Wendy Richard), Mr. Dick Lucas (Trevor Bannister), Mr. Cuthbert Rumbold (Nicholas Smith), Mr. Mash (Larry Martyn), Mr. Ernest Grainger (Arthur Brough), Mr. Wilberforce Humphries (John Inman), Captain Stephen Peacock (Frank Thornton). Copyright: BBC

Are You Being Served?

Series 5, Episode 7 - It Pays To Advertise

It is decided that the staff should film an advertisement for Grace Bros. featuring some of the store's best items. It's safe to say that little goes to plan.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 9pm
45 min
Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Image shows left to right: Daisy May Cooper, Casyo Johnson, Karl Wilson, Michelle De Swarte, Greg Davies, Jamali Maddix, Johnny Borrell, Noel Fielding

Never Mind The Buzzcocks

Series 30, Episode 7

Greg Davies, Noel Fielding, Daisy May Cooper and Jamali Maddix shine the spotlight on more rock 'n' roll ridiculousness in the latest edition of the classic panel show. Joining them this week are Razorlight guitarist Johnny Borrell, actress Michelle de Swarte and hip hop duo Krept & Konan.

Comedy Central 9pm
60 min
Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains. Slim

Rhod Gilbert's Growing Pains

Series 4, Episode 9

Rhod is joined by Stacey Dooley, Ivo Graham and Slim, as they travel back in time to their adolescent years to discover who "borrowed" their father's car for teenage jaunts.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 9pm
60 min
Murder, They Hope. Image shows left to right: Monica (Sarah Hadland), Gemma (Sian Gibson), Harry (Sandi Toksvig)

Murder, They Hope

Series 2, Episode 3 - The Unusual Suspects

Terry's forced to reconnect with an old friend as Gemma investigates a suspicious gang.

U&Dave channel logo 9pm
60 min version (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: Alan Davies, Rhod Gilbert, Sandi Toksvig, Cally Beaton, Phill Jupitus. Copyright: TalkbackThames

QI

Series P, Episode 11 - Potpourri

With Cally Beaton, Phill Jupitus and Rhod Gilbert.

BBC Four 9pm (repeat)
The Vicar Of Dibley. Geraldine Grainger (Dawn French). Copyright: Tiger Aspect Productions

The Vicar Of Dibley

Series 3, Episode 1 - Autumn

Simon's back in the village, and the Vicar's particularly looking to give him a warm welcome. Her parishioners, however, are somewhat slow on the uptake. When things go awry for the couple, Dibley is plunged into disarray.

ITV1 logo. Credit: ITV 9pm
60 min
Doc Martin

Doc Martin

Series 10, Episode 8

The villagers throw the Ellinghams a farewell party and Ruth helps Mrs Tishell deal with the news and encourages her to attend, but it seems that Martin and Louisa aren't going to make it because a farmer has spotted their lost dog.

BBC Four 9:40pm (repeat)
One Foot In The Grave. Image shows from L to R: Margaret Meldrew (Annette Crosbie), Victor Meldrew (Richard Wilson). Copyright: BBC

One Foot In The Grave

Series 4, Episode 1 - The Pit And The Pendulum

Patrick's cherry tree launches an attack on Victor's junipers, which prompts Victor to seek professional help. Victor's interest in tropical fish causes a fresh ruction between the pair.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 9:45pm
60 min
Brassic. Image shows from L to R: Dylan (Damien Molony), Ash (Aaron Heffernan), Tommo (Ryan Sampson), Cardi (Tom Hanson)

Brassic

Series 4, Episode 8 - Davey's House

The MacDonaghs are on the war path. Vinnie wants out and tries to strike a deal with Manolito...

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10pm (repeat)
Not Going Out. Image shows from L to R: Lucy (Sally Bretton), Tim (Tim Vine), Lee (Lee Mack), Daisy (Katy Wix). Copyright: Avalon Television / Arlo Productions

Not Going Out

Series 5, Episode 2 - Dads

Lee's lazy weekend is wrecked when his scrounging father turns up unexpectedly. Having just come out of hospital he needs somewhere to stay for the weekend. Will Lee take on the demanding role of carer?

BBC Two 10pm (repeat)
QI. Image shows from L to R: John Barrowman, Alan Davies, Sandi Toksvig, Phill Jupitus, Aisling Bea

QI

Series R, Episode 1 - Rude

The show has now reached the letter R, and begins with a rather Rude episode. Joining Sandi are John Barrowman, Phill Jupitus, Aisling Bea and regular panellist Alan Davies.

U&Dave channel logo 10pm (repeat)
Meet The Richardsons. Lucy (Lucy Beaumont)

Meet The Richardsons

Series 3, Episode 5

Jon and Lucy divvy up the duties as they help Gill and future father-in-law, Johnny Vegas, prepare for their wedding. But Jon's meticulously planned stag do is not exactly what Johnny was hoping for.

BBC Three 10pm (repeat)
This Country. Kerry Mucklowe (Daisy May Cooper)

This Country

Series 3, Episode 3 - Cynthia

An infamous Mucklowe family member returns to the village and causes Kerry to re-evaluate her living arrangements. Meanwhile the vicar and Kurtan help Len get back on his feet.

ITV2 logo. Credit: ITV 10pm
45 min
Don't Hate The Playaz. Jordan Stephens. Copyright: Monkey Kingdom

Don't Hate The Playaz

Series 4, Episode 1

Jordan Stephens returns with the music contest in which teams captained by Maya Jama and Lady Leshurr compete in rap battles, dance-offs and hip-hop karaoke challenges, with Big Narstie, Melvin Odoom and Thanyia Moore taking part in the opening edition.

BBC Four 10:10pm (repeat)
Goodness Gracious Me. Image shows from L to R: Nina Wadia, Kulvinder Ghir, Dave Lamb, Sanjeev Bhaskar, Meera Syal. Copyright: BBC

Goodness Gracious Me

Series 1, Episode 1

In this first episode, the Calcutta Male Voice Choir perform for the first time outside of India; we meet Guru Mahareshi Yogi; the Teenagers perform a Thames-side rap; and there's trouble ordering when going for an English.

TNT Sports 1 logo 10:15pm
60 min
The Football's On. Copyright: BT Sport

The Football's On

Series 9, Episode 9

A humorous look at the week's football stories with Ian Stone and guests.

BBC Three 10:30pm (repeat)
This Country. Image shows from L to R: Kerry Mucklowe (Daisy May Cooper), Reverend Francis Seaton (Paul Chahidi), Kayleigh Hudson (Celeste Dring)

This Country

Series 3, Episode 4 - Kurtan's Half-Brother

Kurtan receives some sad news about a relative and endeavours to make some new memories. Meanwhile Kerry discovers a passion for reading and joins the vicar's local book club, which is going well until another village resident joins too.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 10:40pm
60 min version (repeat)
Live At The Apollo. Image shows from L to R: Danny Bhoy, Dara O Briain, Nina Conti. Copyright: Open Mike Productions

Live At The Apollo

Series 8, Episode 1 - Dara O'Briain, Nina Conti, Danny Bhoy

Dara O'Briain hosts the first in a new series. He introduces ventriloquist Nina Conti and the irrepressible Danny Bhoy to the stage.

BBC One Wales. Copyright: BBC 10:40pm
30 min
Live From Barry Island. Image shows left to right: Stephen Bailey, Daliso Chaponda, Kiri Pritchard-McLean, Leroy Brito, Sara Barron

Live From Barry Island

Episode 2

Kiri Pritchard-McLean introduces four of the best stand-up comedians from Wales and beyond. This week's show features Stephen Bailey, Leroy Brito, Sara Barron and Daliso Chaponda.

U&Dave channel logo 10:40pm (repeat)
Meet The Richardsons. Image shows from L to R: Kerry Katona, Lucy (Lucy Beaumont)

Meet The Richardsons

Series 3, Episode 6

Jon kicks off his serious acting career by landing a part in the next series of Line Of Duty, Lucy discovers another celebrity has also written a Mumoir and gets offered the chance to be in the next series of The Masked Singer.

BBC Four 10:40pm (repeat)
dinnerladies. Image shows from L to R: Jean (Anne Reid), Stan (Duncan Preston), Brenda (Victoria Wood), Twinkle (Maxine Peake), Dolly (Thelma Barlow), Tony (Andrew Dunn), Anita (Shobna Gulati). Copyright: Good Fun / Pozzitive Productions

dinnerladies

Series 1, Episode 3 - Scandal

Bren's mother, Petula, turns up with a new boyfriend, Clint, who's young enough to be BREN'S son. His mother isn't best pleased, and chains herself to the factory gates in protest.

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 10:45pm (repeat)
Fantasy Football League

Fantasy Football League

Series 1, Episode 4

Matt Lucas and Elis James host a reboot of the iconic football-based show, with celebrity guest managers Tom Grennan and Sam Quek joining to talk about the week in football and share their teams.

BBC Four 11:10pm (repeat)
The Catherine Tate Show. Catherine Tate

The Catherine Tate Show

Series 1, Episode 1

A young couple has to live in their car for their baby's sake, Claire is 'not drunk enough' and Nan accuses a social worker of stealing her clothes. Also, is Beyoncé "bling bling" or "bing bing"?

Sky Max. Copyright: Sky 11:20pm (repeat)
The Russell Howard Hour. Milo McCabe

The Russell Howard Hour

Series 6, Episode 6

Russell slams Liz Truss's chaotic run as PM so far and Qatar's world cup plans, plus a Halloween edition of Playground Politics and stand-up from Troy Hawke.

U&Dave channel logo 11:20pm (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Laura Lexx, Hugh Dennis, Rhys James, Dara O Briain, Glenn Moore, Sukh Ojla, Ed Byrne. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 19, Episode 7

Dara O Briain hosts as regular panellist Hugh Dennis looks back on the latest events in news and politics, with the help of Laura Lexx, Rhys James, Glenn Moore, Sukh Ojla and Ed Byrne.

BBC One. Copyright: BBC 11:25pm (repeat)
Mrs. Brown's Boys. Agnes Brown (Brendan O'Carroll)

Mrs. Brown's Boys

Halloween Special - Mammy's Boo Who?

It's Halloween in Finglas and everyone is getting into the spooky spirit of things. Agnes is ready for any trick-or-treaters, but instead receives a surprising visitor from her past. As no one else can see her ghostly guest, they think she's gone mad - not even Doctor Flynn can help.

Gold channel logo. Copyright: UKTV 11:40pm (repeat)
All Round To Mrs. Brown's. Image shows from L to R: John Barrowman, Danny O'Donoghue, Marion Barrowman, Cathy Brown (Jennifer Gibney), Mrs Brown (Brendan O'Carroll), John Barrowman, Caitlyn Jenner

All Round To Mrs. Brown's

Series 4, Episode 1

Kicking off the new series, Agnes and Cathy welcome global icon Caitlyn Jenner, star of stage and screen John Barrowman and his larger than life parents plus music and chat from frontman Danny O'Donoghue, and The Script.

BBC Four 11:40pm (repeat)
British Sitcom: 60 Years Of Laughing At Ourselves. Copyright: BBC

British Sitcom: 60 Years Of Laughing At Ourselves

Documentary celebrating the history of British television sitcom.

U&Dave channel logo Midnight (repeat)
Mock The Week. Image shows from L to R: Ed Byrne, Hugh Dennis, Maisie Adam, Dara O Briain, Rhys James, Ria Lina. Copyright: Angst Productions

Mock The Week

Series 19, Episode 8

Dara O Briain hosts as Ed Byrne, Maisie Adam, Rhys James, Ria Lina and Ed Gamble join regular panellist Hugh Dennis.

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